Research shows that Latinos have been disproportionately impacted by mental health issues during Covid-19 pandemic. Latinos across the U.S. have a hard time finding mental health care services in their native language and language is a primary barrier preventing Spanish speakers in the U.S. from accessing mental health services. According to the recent data released by the American Psychological Association, only 5.5 percent of U.S. psychologists say they’re able to administer mental health care services in Spanish. Crisis Text Line is a nonprofit organization that provides free, 24/7 crisis counseling via text. The service is powered by a community of volunteer Crisis Counselors who answer texts when an individual is in distress, bringing them from a moment of crisis to a cool calm moment. In a 30-hour training, the nonprofit teaches volunteers skills such as active listening and de-escalation to support texters dealing with any type of emotional or mental health challenge. The organization will launch their services in Spanish and are looking for volunteers across the country. To learn more about the organization or how you can volunteer, visit www.crisistextline.org/become-a-volunteer/